Milly Alcock, who is set to star as Supergirl in an upcoming film, says she feels honored that audiences view the character as a queer icon. In comments reported by multiple outlets, Alcock expresses appreciation for the way the character is being embraced, while also pointing to what she describes as Supergirl’s departure from strict, conventional definitions of gender. She attributes the character’s significance to the fact that, in her view, Supergirl “doesn’t live inside the binary” of what people often consider a woman should be. Alcock frames this as the element that makes the portrayal “special” and “exciting,” and she characterizes the representation as new. The reports do not indicate any direct changes to the film’s plot or creative direction, focusing instead on Alcock’s reaction to how the character is interpreted by viewers. The statements reflect Alcock’s perspective on the themes of identity and representation associated with the role ahead of the film’s release.